Description
Cazuela de Ave is a traditional Chilean chicken stew, hearty and flavorful, featuring chicken, potatoes, corn, squash, and other vegetables simmered in a delicious broth with herbs and spices. This comforting, one-pot meal is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 ears of corn, cut into thirds
½ cup green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until browned on the other side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Cook the aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the vegetables and broth: Add the carrots, potatoes, butternut squash, corn, and green beans. Stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Season: Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the pot and shred the meat. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir everything together. Garnish with parsley or cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a leaner option, replace chicken thighs with chicken breast.
- Customize the vegetables based on what’s in season or your preferences (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers).
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or mushrooms and use vegetable broth.
- Add chili peppers for a spicy kick if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chilean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
